Ribbon SBC 5400 Single 4GB Chassis – 1000 Sessions Real-Time
The Ribbon SBC 5400 is a purpose-built session border controller engineered for communications service providers and large enterprises requiring secure, scalable IP communications infrastructure. This single 4GB chassis configuration delivers licensed support for 1,000 concurrent real-time sessions, making it ideal for mid-to-large deployments that demand robust session management, policy enforcement, and network security. The SBC 5400 mediates and controls IP communications between private networks and the public Internet/PSTN, providing enterprise-grade routing, transcoding, and threat protection in a compact form factor.
Key Features
- Supports up to 1,000 concurrent real-time IP telephony sessions on single 4GB chassis
- Compact, purpose-built design optimized for communications service provider deployments
- Advanced session border controller functionality for secure network mediation
- Robust routing and policy management capabilities
- Scales to handle high multimedia traffic loads with consistent performance
- Secures IP communications between private networks and public Internet/PSTN
- Enterprise-grade transcoding and codec support
- Integrated threat protection and access control
Technical Specifications
| Specification |
Details |
| Manufacturer |
Ribbon Communications |
| Product Type |
Session Border Controller |
| Model |
SBC 5400 |
| Chassis Configuration |
Single 4GB |
| Licensed Sessions |
1,000 Real-Time Sessions |
| Part Number |
SBC-5400-PK4-1K |
| Primary Application |
IP Communications Mediation & Control |
| Target Market |
Communications Service Providers, Large Enterprises |
| Key Functions |
Session Control, Routing, Policy Management, Security |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a session border controller and why do I need one?
A session border controller like the Ribbon SBC 5400 acts as a security gateway for IP communications. It mediates calls between your internal network and external networks (Internet/PSTN), enforcing policies, managing sessions, and protecting against threats. For enterprises and service providers, an SBC is essential for maintaining call quality, security, and regulatory compliance.
How many concurrent sessions can this SBC 5400 configuration handle?
This specific configuration of the Ribbon SBC 5400 is licensed to support 1,000 concurrent real-time sessions. Depending on your deployment requirements, Ribbon offers alternative licensing tiers to scale up or down based on your traffic needs.
Is the SBC 5400 suitable for large enterprise deployments?
Yes. The SBC 5400 is specifically designed for large enterprises and communications service providers. Its compact chassis design, robust routing capabilities, and support for high multimedia traffic loads make it an excellent choice for organizations requiring reliable, scalable IP communications infrastructure with advanced policy management.
What security features does the Ribbon SBC 5400 provide?
The session border controller includes integrated threat protection, access control, and advanced security policies to protect your IP communications network. It secures the boundary between your private network and public networks, preventing unauthorized access and ensuring call integrity.
